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Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm
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Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 June 2025 · Gilt and Gesso
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Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm.

An elegant, well constructed English cabinet makers workshop, 3 tier mahogany wall mounted shelves, circa 1900.

A perfectly proportioned with a subtle, restrained English country house aesthetic, waterfall wall shelves measuring 85cm tall and 59cm wide.

We estimate the date to be circa 1900, certainly no later and most probably earlier, a hand made workshop piece with makers notes to the reverse of frame. Now showing a handsome time earned patina and presented in mostly excellent condition.

Each corner has a counter sunk hole for wall mounting.

Dimensions

Height 85cm

Width 59cm

Depth 15.5cm

In mostly excellent condition, evidence of use but minimal wear, no distress or repairs, small split to rear by a screw fixing, please see images, this is not noticeable but mentioned for transparency and priced sensibly to reflect. We may end listing and consign to our workshop to address the minimal split but until then available.

A very fine antique wall mounted shelves.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated these Mahogany Wall Shelves to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA1136265
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Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm.
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An elegant, well constructed English cabinet makers workshop, 3 tier mahogany wall mounted shelves, circa 1900.
Gilt and Gesso

A perfectly proportioned with a subtle, restrained English country house aesthetic, waterfall wall shelves measuring 85cm tall and 59cm wide.

fig 1. A three-tier antique mahogany wall shelf featuring graduated shelves and shaped side supports.
fig 1. Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm

We estimate the date to be circa 1900, certainly no later and most probably earlier, a hand made workshop piece with makers notes to the reverse of frame. Now showing a handsome time earned patina and presented in mostly excellent condition.

fig 2. A three-tier antique mahogany wall shelf featuring graduated shelves and shaped side supports.
fig 2. Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm

Each corner has a counter sunk hole for wall mounting.

Dimensions

Height 85cm

Width 59cm

Depth 15.5cm

In mostly excellent condition, evidence of use but minimal wear, no distress or repairs, small split to rear by a screw fixing, please see images, this is not noticeable but mentioned for transparency and priced sensibly to reflect. We may end listing and consign to our workshop to address the minimal split but until then available.

A very fine antique wall mounted shelves.

Please request more photos and any questions invited.

Dispatched U.K. and worldwide within 2-3 working days with tracking.

Date of Manufacture

Gilt and Gesso has dated these Mahogany Wall Shelves to the 1900s.

Height
85cm (33.46")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
15.5cm (6.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1136265
Gilt and Gesso
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2023
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BN21 1DJ
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A three-tier antique mahogany wall shelf featuring graduated shelves and shaped side supports.
Antique Mahogany 3 Tier Waterfall Wall Shelves, England C1900, 85cm
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A three-tier antique mahogany wall shelf featuring graduated shelves and shaped side supports.
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  • ObjectWall Shelves
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsGraduated tiers, Shaped side supports, Open shelving
  • SizeH 85 cm (33 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 15.5 cm (6 in)

Waterfall shelves feature a graduated tier design where each lower shelf extends further forward than the one above it. This style gained significant popularity during the Victorian and Edwardian periods in Britain, often utilised for displaying small decorative ceramics, books, or collectibles.

Authentic pieces from this era were typically constructed from solid hardwoods such as mahogany, walnut, or oak. Construction methods often featured tongue-and-groove joints, hand-cut dovetailing on smaller components, and shaped side supports fixed with traditional screws or pegs.

Authenticity is indicated by timber patination, hand-finished surfaces, consistent use of period-appropriate screws or fixings, and minor signs of historical wear. Modern reproductions often lack the subtle grain variations, natural oxidisation, and hand-crafted joinery found in genuine antique pieces.

These shelves can be mounted in living rooms, studies, or hallways to display curated collections of books, small potted plants, or framed photographs. The rich timber tones add warmth and character, contrasting effectively against neutral contemporary walls.

Maintain the timber by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and occasionally applying a traditional beeswax polish to nourish the wood. Keep the item away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to prevent cracking or fading of the mahogany finish.
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